2005 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2005 Subaru Baja

To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Elantra and 2005 Subaru Baja were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc, 2005 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Baja (210 HP) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 245 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Subaru Baja (319 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. (143 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Elantra.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Hyundai Elantra 2005 Subaru Baja
Make Hyundai Subaru
Model Elantra Baja
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1599 cc 2457 cc
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 210 HP
Torque 143 Nm 319 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 8.2:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1392 kg 1637 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 64 L


 

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